Glocomms
Principal, NERC Cybersecurity Compliance (CIP)
Glocomms, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Principal, NERC Cybersecurity Compliance (CIP)
Role: Lead and enhance NERC CIP cybersecurity compliance program across clean energy portfolio, including power generation, energy storage, and SCADA-integrated assets. This role ensures adherence to NERC CIP standards and drives compliance fitness in a fast‑paced, highly regulated utility environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of NERC CIP compliance program.
Ensure alignment with NERC reliability standards and CIP policies across operational and information technology domains.
Advocate for internal standards and policy enhancements to support compliance and cybersecurity resilience.
Oversee compliance performance demonstrations for Medium and High Impact BES Cyber Systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, operations, and legal to maintain compliance posture.
Conduct vulnerability assessments, firewall reviews, and SCADA system evaluations to ensure cybersecurity integrity.
Develop and deliver training programs to promote awareness and understanding of NERC CIP requirements.
Monitor regulatory developments and participate in industry forums to influence policy and rulemaking.
Utilize tools such as MS SharePoint and KPI applications to track, report, and analyze compliance metrics.
Support audits, self-certifications, and mitigation plans with thorough documentation and evidence gathering.
Benchmark against industry best practices to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field.
Preferred certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA.
10+ years of experience in IT/OT cybersecurity, preferably within the utility or energy sector.
5+ years of hands‑on experience implementing and managing NERC CIP compliance programs.
Proven track record in regulatory compliance, internal controls, and policy advocacy.
Strong understanding of SCADA systems, networking, firewall technologies, and vulnerability scanning.
Excellent critical thinking, problem‑solving, and facilitation skills.
Effective written and verbal communication, including presentation and training delivery.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
This role is fully onsite in Chicago, IL. Sponsorship is not available now or in the future. If you are interested, please apply in!
Base pay range: $140,000.00 / yr – $175,000.00 / yr
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Key Responsibilities
Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of NERC CIP compliance program.
Ensure alignment with NERC reliability standards and CIP policies across operational and information technology domains.
Advocate for internal standards and policy enhancements to support compliance and cybersecurity resilience.
Oversee compliance performance demonstrations for Medium and High Impact BES Cyber Systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, operations, and legal to maintain compliance posture.
Conduct vulnerability assessments, firewall reviews, and SCADA system evaluations to ensure cybersecurity integrity.
Develop and deliver training programs to promote awareness and understanding of NERC CIP requirements.
Monitor regulatory developments and participate in industry forums to influence policy and rulemaking.
Utilize tools such as MS SharePoint and KPI applications to track, report, and analyze compliance metrics.
Support audits, self-certifications, and mitigation plans with thorough documentation and evidence gathering.
Benchmark against industry best practices to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field.
Preferred certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA.
10+ years of experience in IT/OT cybersecurity, preferably within the utility or energy sector.
5+ years of hands‑on experience implementing and managing NERC CIP compliance programs.
Proven track record in regulatory compliance, internal controls, and policy advocacy.
Strong understanding of SCADA systems, networking, firewall technologies, and vulnerability scanning.
Excellent critical thinking, problem‑solving, and facilitation skills.
Effective written and verbal communication, including presentation and training delivery.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
This role is fully onsite in Chicago, IL. Sponsorship is not available now or in the future. If you are interested, please apply in!
Base pay range: $140,000.00 / yr – $175,000.00 / yr
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